Michael Sam: First Openly Gay NFL Player Cut By St. Louis Rams

Michael Sam was cut by the St. Louis Rams on Aug. 30. The defensive end made history as the first openly gay NFL player to be drafted back in February.

Michael Sam, 24, will not be hitting the field in St. Louis this year. The openly gay NFL player was waived by his team. Michael thanked the Rams for the opportunity in a series of heartfelt tweets after the announcement.

Michael Sam Cut By St. Louis Rams

Michael, a seventh round draft pick, had been up against undrafted rookie Ethan Westbrooks before he was cut, ESPN reports. The defensive end still has a chance to be claimed by another team on Aug. 31 or sign with a practice squad.

All NFL teams had to cut down their rosters to just 53 players.

Michael tweeted his sincere thanks to the Rams for the opportunity and is still confident about a “long and successful” career.

I want to thank the entire Rams organization and the city of St. Louis for giving me this tremendous opportunity and allowing me to (1/2)

He made a powerful speech at the ceremony, which exemplified his strength and courage.

“To anyone out there, especially young people, that are feeling like they don’t fit in and will never be accepted, please know this, great things can happen if you have the courage to be yourself,” Michael said in his speech.

We wish Michael all the best as starts a new path in his career.

HollywoodLifers, what do you think about Michael being cut by the St. Louis Rams? Will he be picked up by another team? Let us know!